Best Healthy Restaurants in Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodMexicanJapaneseTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Cleveland

Neighborhoods

BeachwoodCleveland EastCleveland HeightsCleveland WestDowntown ClevelandLakewood

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

20 restaurants available nearby

1. Betts - Cleveland

4.8

Exceptional(570)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 14 times today

Please call the restaurant at +1 (216) 357-2680 if looking to book a reservation for parties over (5) five guests. We are more than happy to accommodate you and your party if possible."Betts" is a tribute to Elizabeth Schofield, wife of Captain Levi Schofield and our namesake. The space is cozy yet airy and feels like a mix between a restaurant and a very cool home that you’d happily want to reside in all day. Betts is inspired by American dishes we all know and love but reinvented with a thoughtful approach. The menu focuses on freshness, quality and whole foods put out from a predominantly scratch kitchen. It's easy to eat healthy here and it's just as easy to indulge- the menu has something for everyone.

2. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6627)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 32 times today

Blue Point Grille, located in the heart of The Historic Warehouse District, is renowned for serving the highest quality seafood sourced daily from both coasts. Its elegant dining rooms feature expansive windows offering sweeping views of the downtown skyline, creating a sophisticated ambiance. Just a short stroll from the convention center, premier hotels, and Public Square, guests can enjoy acclaimed dishes such as lobster bisque, freshly shucked Blue Point oysters, and the signature Nag's Head Grouper. Since its inception in 1998, Blue Point Grille has consistently been voted Cleveland's top seafood restaurant, known for its fresh seafood, award-winning wine selection, and exceptional service delivered by true professionals.

3. Acqua di Dea

4.1

Excellent(967)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 15 times today

Our award winning Jola Eat Global Restaurant Group opened a third location in 2021. Since then, it has become a downtown hotspot with a trendy approach to the modern fine dining experience. Offering a unique combination of modern and classic coastal aesthetic in a sleek and rustic warehouse setting. Located in Cleveland's Historic Warehouse District in the heart of Downtown, Acqua Di Luca has an innovative Italian menu with remarkably fresh seafood, unique pasta dishes, extraordinary steaks and much more.We are excited to announce some significant changes within our restaurant family.Acqua di Luca located at 500 W. St. Clair Avenue will be renamed Acqua di Dea.These changes reflect our commitment to offering fresh and elevated dining. Acqua Di Dea will continue operations and ownership by Lola Jacaj.For private events contact a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

4. DANTE

4.7

Exceptional(3279)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 29 times today

Enjoy Michelin-starred chef Dante Boccuzzi"s signature restaurant DANTE. Located in a historic bank building in Tremont, DANTE restaurant has become one of Cleveland's premier dining spots. The decor features designs and works of art from local artists. Guests may choose from an a la Carte Menu or a Chef's Tasting Menu. Experience the excitement of dining in the kitchen as Chef Dante prepares and serves you a multiple course tasting menu.

5. The South Side

4.6

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Tremont

Walk-ins welcome!We proudly work with local producers and farms to bring you the best dining experience. Our chefs work directly with local growers, collaborate with local small businesses, producers and farmers and love cooking for you everyday. All our sauces, dressings and soups are made in house from the freshest ingredients, and have been this way since day one. Our signature cocktails are all made from fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. We crate original syrups and infusions based on the seasons, precisely designed to pair perfectly with your food. For a cozy dinner date, enjoy the indoor patio room with a beautiful fireplace. Large groups are welcome, we offer party planning for special events. Grab a seat at the 20 seat bar and enjoy craft cocktails and a huge beer selection. Catch the game on large TVs on Sundays. Dog friendly patio, weather permitting. Great Happy Hour specials M-F, and the Late Night Menu is served everyday until 2am.

A photo of Agave & Rye - Cleveland restaurant

6. Agave & Rye - Cleveland

4.3

Awesome(108)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland

Ah, Cleveland! Home to Rock 'n' Roll, LeBron's old stomping ground, and now the ultimate taco sensation - Agave & Rye! Nestled in the heart of this bustling city, where the music is as vibrant as a jalapeño's kick, our Cleveland location brings a fiesta like no other. Tacos near you? More like tacos right under your nose! And trust us, we're not talking about those cardboard-tasting foldovers; our Tacos are the LeBron James of the taco world – the MVP of Mexican food in Cleveland!

A photo of Don's Lighthouse Grille restaurant

7. Don's Lighthouse Grille

4.4

Awesome(2208)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Cleveland West

Booked 13 times today

Don"s Lighthouse is located along Cleveland's scenic lakefront seven minutes from downtown's sports, theater and concert districts. Situated in a landmark building, Don's offers the freshest seafood, steaks,and chops and is a premier dining spot in Northeast Ohio.

8. C2 Restaurant

3.7

Very Good(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cleveland East

C2 Restaurant, in Cleveland, situated in the InterContinental Suites, is a casual relaxed restaurant & bar setting focused on healthy and cultural dishes composed from locally sourced ingredients and complimented by a selection of beverages,and craft cocktails serviced by a passionate and empathetic team. Sandwiches on the menu at C2 Restaurant include the smoked turkey club, Greek salad wrap and more. For entrées you can enjoy the likes of meat loaf, Prime 8oz Grilled Bistro Steak, Mushroom Stroganoff & Grilled Salmon. You'll also find a dessert menu offering warm Smores Cake ,Espresso Crème Brule , Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake and Apple Galette.

9. North Coast Cafe

4.5

Awesome(80)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cleveland East

Booked 1 time today

North Coast Cafe - Informal, upbeat, convenient restaurant featuring American, Continental and International buffets.

10. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10780)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 74 times today

Join Us for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Reservations are available for Lunch Monday-Friday from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, Dinner Sunday-Thursday from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm-10:00 pm and Brunch on Sundays from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. Business Casual Dress Code is required. Window tables are limited and we cannot guarantee seating but will do our best to accommodate your request. Reservations of 5 guests or more cannot be made online, please call for availability. Reservations will be honored up to 15 minutes past your scheduled reservation time and we require the majority of your guests to arrive prior to seating. Beyond this time period, your table will be released and we will accommodate you when, and if, a table becomes available.

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Emily
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Super cute venue with a good variety of dinners and cocktails. The dessert was fabulous!!!
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Betts - ClevelandPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.8
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Williamt
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was great the service was also great from start to finish definitely will be back!
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The South SidePrice: Moderate• American• Tremont
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4.6
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SrinivasVIP
New York City •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Another excellent meal! A really well made Old Fashioned, the kale salad was outstanding, as were the mushroom ravioli. The chocolate pistachio dessert was delectable.
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DANTEPrice: Expensive• American• Tremont
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4.7
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clariaquVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great experience! We loved the crab cakes the most by far
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Acqua di DeaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Downtown Cleveland
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4.1
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
It’s Blue Point Grille! EVERYTHING is always outstanding!
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Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7

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